'My wife will be the one to make the decision' - Wojciech Szczesny refuses to commit to Barcelona despite two-year contract offer as goalkeeper considers retiring again

Joining as an emergency replacement for Marc-Andre ter Stegen last summer just five weeks after announcing his retirement, Szczesny quickly became a dependable No.1 for Hansi Flick's side, consistently stepping up for the team on the biggest stages. The former Arsenal star now faces a major decision after helping Barca to the brink of the La Liga title, having been offered a new two-year deal by the Catalan giants.

Szczesny's comeback from retirement has been remarkable. Signing on a one-year contract, he has gone on to make 29 appearances across competitions, leading Barcelona to Copa del Rey and Super Cup wins, and to within three points of the league title. Barca are eager to retain Szczesny's services despite Ter Stegen nearing full fitness, with Inaki Pena expected to leave the club this summer. Family and lifestyle decisions could influence the veteran's next move, with the goalkeeper joking about a potential return to golf in Marbella.

Speaking to SPORT, Szczesny opened up about the offer and the decision that lies ahead. he said: "I will not hide that I have an offer to continue at Barcelona for two more years. They have already presented it to me, but I have asked for time. I need to decide with my family what is best for all of us. My wife will be the one to make the decision, whether we stay or go to Marbella to play golf.

"I owe it to her to decide this together, and we have not done that yet. She makes most of the decisions, and I am not ashamed of it,” the Barcelona goalkeeper continued. "Honestly, I do not know what will happen, and I say that sincerely. We will decide this month because we need to sort out logistics, such as schools or moving, depending on what we choose. As of now, nothing is certain. We are thinking about it."

Szczesny appears set to make his decision before the end of the month, which will let Barcelona prepare for the summer transfer window. If he stays, he'll most likely serve as a backup or rotation option with Ter Stegen, with Espanyol's Joan Garcia eyed as a potential replacement should the former Poland international choose to retire for a second time.